Description
These freezer-friendly beef burritos are a delicious, convenient meal option packed with seasoned ground beef, rice, black beans, corn, and cheddar cheese. Perfect for meal prepping, they can be assembled, frozen, and reheated easily for a quick and satisfying lunch or dinner.
Ingredients
Scale
Beef Filling
- 1 lb Ground beef
- 1 small Onion, diced
- 2 cloves Garlic, minced
- 1 packet Taco seasoning (or homemade seasoning)
- 1/2 cup Beef broth or water
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Rice and Bean Mixture
- 1 cup Cooked rice
- 1 can (15 oz) Black beans, drained and rinsed
- 1/2 cup Frozen corn kernels
- 1 cup Cheddar cheese, shredded
Assembly
- 8 large Flour tortillas
- 1/2 cup Sour cream
- 1 cup Salsa (store-bought or homemade)
- Cooking spray (for wrapping)
Instructions
- Cook the ground beef: In a large skillet over medium heat, cook the ground beef until browned, breaking it up with a spoon as it cooks. Drain any excess fat to keep the filling from becoming greasy.
- Sauté onions and garlic: Add the diced onion and minced garlic to the skillet with the beef and cook for 2-3 minutes until the onion softens and becomes translucent.
- Season the beef mixture: Stir in the taco seasoning and beef broth or water. Let the mixture simmer for 5-7 minutes until most of the liquid evaporates and the flavors meld together. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Prepare rice and bean filling: In a separate bowl, combine the cooked rice, drained black beans, frozen corn kernels, and shredded cheddar cheese. Mix well to evenly distribute all ingredients.
- Assemble burritos: Lay the flour tortillas flat on a clean surface. Spread a portion of the beef mixture down the center of each tortilla, then spoon the rice and bean mixture on top. Add a dollop of sour cream and salsa over the filling.
- Roll the burritos: Fold in the sides of each tortilla, then roll tightly from one end to the other to form burritos. Repeat this process for all tortillas and fillings.
- Freeze the burritos: Place the wrapped burritos on a baking sheet and freeze for 1-2 hours until firm. Once frozen, individually wrap each burrito in foil or plastic wrap and store in a large freezer bag for up to 3 months.
- Reheat frozen burritos: To heat, remove a burrito from the freezer and unwrap the foil. Wrap it in a damp paper towel and microwave on high for 2-3 minutes until thoroughly heated. Alternatively, bake in a preheated oven at 350°F (175°C) for 15-20 minutes until hot and crispy.
Notes
- To make homemade taco seasoning, combine chili powder, cumin, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, oregano, salt, and pepper according to taste.
- For extra flavor, you can add diced jalapeños or chopped cilantro to the rice and bean mixture.
- Freeze burritos wrapped tightly to prevent freezer burn and maintain freshness.
- Microwaving with a damp paper towel helps keep the tortilla moist during reheating.
- For a crispier texture, baking is preferred when reheating.
